Who was Anania?

Liar struck dead by God

The story of Anania

Anania - High Priest
Anania - High Priest
High Priest

Anania was a biblical figure who is best known for his role in the book of Acts. He was a Jewish Christian from Damascus who was converted to Christianity by the Apostle Paul. Anania was the husband of Sapphira and the father of Tabitha. He was a devout follower of Jesus and was known for his faithfulness and obedience to God. Anania was a tentmaker by trade and was a member of the early church in Jerusalem. He was present at the stoning of Stephen and was one of the first to be persecuted for his faith. Anania was also present at the conversion of Saul, who later became the Apostle Paul. Anania is best known for his role in the book of Acts. He was one of the first to be filled with the Holy Spirit and was used by God to perform miracles. Anania and his wife Sapphira were also involved in a miraculous healing of a man who was paralyzed. Anania and Sapphira were also involved in a miraculous healing of a man who was lame. Anania is remembered for his faithfulness and obedience to God. He was a devoted follower of Jesus and was willing to risk his life for his faith. Anania is an example of a faithful believer who was willing to put his trust in God and follow Him no matter the cost.

Name meaning

"Yahweh is gracious" or "God is merciful"

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

High Priest

First mention

1 Chronicles 3:19

Appearances in the Bible

40 mentions

Anania in the Bible

Explore all 7 chapters where Anania appears

The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 5

The Ananias and Sapphira Incident

Ananias and Sapphira lie to the apostles, and they die as a result.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 9

The Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus

Paul is arrested and brought to trial in Jerusalem, but he escapes to Tarsus.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 22

The Defense Before the Jerusalem Mob

Paul defends himself before the crowd and explains his conversion to Christianity.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 23

The Defense Before the Council

Paul is rescued from a plot to kill him and is sent to stand trial in Caesarea.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 24

The Defense Before Felix

Paul stands trial before Felix, the Roman governor.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 3

Rebuilding the Wall

The beginning of the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, including the organization of the workers.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 11

Reestablishment of Worship

The reestablishment of worship in Jerusalem, including the appointment of priests and Levites.

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